1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Visa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
